Fruita public meetings in 2024

Livability Commission

The Livability Commission will meet to review previous minutes and discuss two specific community initiatives. The agenda includes discussions on ADA compliance in Fruita and the Yellow Dot Program/Vial of Life.

• Discussion of ADA Compliance in Fruita
• Discussion of Yellow Dot Program/Vial of Life

The Fruita Livability Commission approved the November 21, 2024 minutes unanimously. They discussed the Yellow Dot and Vial of Life programs, deciding to gather more information from Rangely District Hospital and potentially invite first responders to a future meeting. No formal decisions were made on these or other discussion items.

• Approved November 21, 2024 regular minutes (unanimous)

Fruita Tourism Advisory Council

The Fruita Tourism Advisory Council will welcome Barnhart, who will introduce their role and present a work plan for the new year, including meetings with local officials and a discovery process. The council will also hear public comment and receive staff updates.

• Welcome to Barnhart with introductions and role overview
• New Year Kick Off: meetings with local officials and discovery process
• Explanation of work process and overall timeline
• Public comment period
• General reports and staff updates

The Fruita Tourism Advisory Council held a special meeting featuring a presentation from Barnhart Communications about a potential tourism marketing campaign. No formal decisions were made; the council discussed next steps, including stakeholder interviews and a communications audit. Staff reported on the Colorado Tourism Office kickoff and delivery of visitor guides.

• No formal decisions made; presentation and discussion only
• Barnhart to interview 5-10 stakeholders in early January
• Outward launch timing targeted for March/April

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Fruita City Council will hold public hearings on a second reading for a lease of 550 Jurassic Court (Dinosaur Journey Museum), supplemental budget appropriations, and a COOP Tower Facade lease. They will also consider resolutions to approve a professional services agreement with Barnhart Communications for tourism marketing ($85,000 first year) and a development agreement with 2 Forks Ventures for 'The Launch' project. Consent agenda includes first readings of three ordinances and a revised MOU with the Chamber of Commerce.

• Resolution 2024-43: Approve $85,000 advertising and promotion contract with Barnhart Communications.
• Resolution 2024-46: Approve development agreement with 2 Forks Ventures for 'The Launch' project.
• Ordinance 2025-02 first reading: Adopt 2024 Model Traffic Code.
• Ordinance 2025-03 first reading: Align criminal charges with Colorado state statutes.
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-21 second reading: Lease of 550 Jurassic Court (Dinosaur Journey Museum).

The Fruita City Council approved a development agreement with 2 Forks Ventures for The Launch project, a river access and mixed-use development, and authorized the interim city manager to execute it. The council also approved a term sheet with Headwaters Housing Partners for The Oaks workforce housing project, a lease for the Dinosaur Journey Museum, and several other resolutions. All votes were unanimous with six yes votes.

• Approved Resolution 2024-43 for advertising services with Barnhart Communications (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-46 for development agreement with 2 Forks Ventures for The Launch (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including MOU with Chamber of Commerce and first readings of ordinances (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-21 for Dinosaur Journey Museum lease (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-47 amending 2024 budget with supplemental appropriations (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-44 for COOP Tower facade lease agreement (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-48 for term sheet with Headwaters Housing Partners for The Oaks (6-0)
• Authorized mayor to sign letter to GVIC regarding 19 Road construction agreement (6-0)

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Fruita City Council is holding a special meeting on December 17, 2024 to consider a motion to convene in executive session under CRS 24-6-402(4)(f)(I) to discuss city manager hiring strategies. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, and the discussion will occur behind closed doors.

• Executive session to discuss City Manager hiring strategies pursuant to CRS Section 24-6-402(4)(f)(I)

The Fruita City Council held a special meeting and voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss city manager hiring strategies. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned immediately after reconvening.

• Approved motion to convene executive session for city manager hiring strategy (6-0)

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the 2025 annual budget, appropriating funds, and setting the property tax mill levy. Other business includes a first reading to vacate street right-of-way for 18 Road, approving a lease of space for motor vehicle registration, and adopting a 2024-2027 strategic plan. Four executive sessions are scheduled for legal advice and negotiation strategies on housing, pedestrian easement, and road projects.

• Resolution 2024-39: Establish 2025 fee schedule
• Resolution 2024-40: Adopt 2025 annual budget (public hearing continued from Nov 19)
• Resolution 2024-42: Set property tax mill levy for 2025 budget year
• Ordinance 2025-01: First reading to vacate street right-of-way for 18 Road south of I Road
• Retail Establishment Permit for Canvas 35 Gallery at 160 S. Park Square, Unit A

Historic Preservation Board

The Fruita Historic Preservation Board will meet for a procedural session. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a discussion of 2024 achievements and expectations for 2025. No specific projects, rezonings, or financial items are listed.

• Discussion of 2024 recap and 2025 expectations

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Fruita Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to approve the September 2024 minutes, receive a city council update, recap a volunteer event, and plan future events. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial items scheduled.

• Approve September 2024 meeting minutes
• Recap of a volunteer event
• Planning for future events

Parks and Recreation Commission

This is a regular meeting of the Fruita Parks and Recreation Advisory Board with procedural items. The board will consider approving the September 2024 meeting minutes and receive an update from the City Council. They will also recap a recent volunteer event and begin planning future events. No major decisions, rezonings, or contracts are on the agenda.

• Approve September 2024 meeting minutes
• Recap of volunteer event
• Planning for future events

Livability Commission

The Livability Commission will hold a public comment period, approve minutes from September and October 2024, and receive a member report on ADA challenges. The main discussion item is the introduction of a Community Engagement Police Officer, presented by Ed Pacheco.

• Public comment period
• Approval of Summary Minutes – September 19, 2024
• Approval of Summary Minutes – October 17, 2024
• Member report on ADA challenges by Terri Potente
• Introduction and discussion of Community Engagement Police Officer – Ed Pacheco

City Council Meetings - 2024

City Council will conduct a public hearing on the 2025 annual budget and consider the Mesa County Safety Action Plan. The meeting also includes a session for the Fruita Housing Authority to discuss its 2025 budget and specific project resolutions.

• Public hearing for the 2025 Annual Budget
• Resolution 2024-37 to support and adopt the Mesa County Safety Action Plan
• Ordinance 2024-21 (First Reading) for a lease agreement with Museum of Western Colorado
• Resolution FHA 2024-01 for supplemental funds for a Fruita Mews pass-through grant
• Resolution FHA 2024-02 regarding a limited partnership in The Oaks Project

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Fruita City Council will hold a special meeting to consider a motion to convene in executive session to discuss strategies for hiring a new city manager. No other business is on the agenda.

• Executive session under CRS 24-6-402(4)(f)(I) to discuss City Manager hiring strategies

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts and Culture Board will meet to review two mini grant applications. The board is also scheduled to discuss the Coco Vino event.

• Discussion of two mini grant applications
• Discussion of Coco Vino event

Planning Commission

The Fruita Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to vacate portions of right of way on 18 Road south of I Road (Application #2024-02, Lake Weedunno). The Commission will also approve minutes from the October 8 meeting and receive community development updates.

• Public hearing on Application #2024-02: Vacation of Right of Way by Rolland Consulting Engineers for portions of 18 Road south of I Road (916 18 Road).
• Approval of minutes from October 8, 2024 Planning Commission meeting.
• Community development updates as Other Business.

Historic Preservation Board

The board met to discuss logistics and activities for the History Fair scheduled for September 28th. Members planned displays and celebratory items for the event.

• Planning for History Fair on September 28th from 11am-3pm
• Discussion of event items including coloring pages, cupcakes, and a birthday card
• Coordination of setup at the Cavalcade building

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Fruita City Council will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing on a request to move the retail liquor store license for Fruita Liquor Mart from 423 Highway 6 & 50 to 733 Highway 6 & 50. The council will also vote on a consent agenda that includes second readings of copier-system leases for Public Works and the Wastewater Reclamation Facility, a budget amendment transferring funds from the General Fund Contingency Account for downtown land acquisition and legal fees, an interim city manager employment agreement, and a resolution supporting a congressional directed spending award for the Maple Street Bridge Replacement. Additionally, staff will present the 2025 budget in the areas of quality of place, community wellness, personnel, and employee retention.

• Quasi-judicial public hearing on relocation of Fruita Liquor Mart liquor license
• Ordinance 2024-18: Second reading to approve copier system lease with Capital Business Systems for Public Works
• Resolution 2024-34: Amending the 2024 budget to transfer funds from contingency for downtown land acquisition and legal fees
• Resolution 2024-35: Approving an interim city manager employment agreement
• Resolution 2024-36: Supporting a congressional directed spending award for Maple Street Bridge replacement

Historic Preservation Board

This is a procedural meeting of the Fruita Historic Preservation Board. The board will vote to approve the agenda and the minutes from the September 9, 2024 meeting. Members will also discuss and recap the recent History Fair. No new proposals, rezonings, or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Approval of September 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• History Fair recap discussion
• Approval of November 4, 2024 agenda

City Council Meetings - 2024

The City Council will discuss the city manager recruitment process with executive search firm Columbia LTD. Topics include job qualifications, salary range of $165,000 to $195,000, and a timeline with a December 1 filing deadline. Council members and staff have provided comments on a draft recruitment brochure.

• Discussion with Columbia LTD regarding city manager search goals, timeline, qualifications, and salary
• Salary range $165,000–$195,000 for the city manager position
• Filing deadline for applications: December 1, 2024
• Council and staff comments on draft recruitment brochure
• Qualifications: 7–10 years progressive local government experience, preferred graduate degree

Fruita Tourism Advisory Council

The council will review applications for special event funding and discuss marketing firms. The body will also determine its meeting schedule for the remainder of the year.

• Review of Special Event Funding Applications
• Discussion on Marketing Firms
• Proposal to cancel November and December meetings

City Council Meetings - 2024

City Council will discuss a draft strategic plan focused on community connection, economic opportunities, and core service delivery. The body will also review the proposed 2025 budget and a memorandum of understanding with the Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce.

• Review of draft 2024–2026 Strategic Plan
• Discussion of 2025 proposed budget
• Review of outside agency funding requests
• Discussion of draft Memorandum of Understanding with Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce
• Proposed 2025 community survey

Fruita Tourism Advisory Council

The Fruita Tourism Advisory Council holds a special meeting to interview marketing consultants. No decisions are listed on this agenda.

Livability Commission

This is a special meeting of the Fruita Livability Commission. The sole agenda item is a discussion and possible decision on adopting a trail clean-up event. No other details are provided in the agenda.

• Adopt a Trail – Clean Up Event (discussion/possible decision)

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts and Culture Board will meet to discuss recaps for the HeART of FRUITA and GVOST projects. The meeting includes a presentation by Elisa Love regarding the GVCA and a discussion on Trick or Treat Street.

• HeART of FRUITA install recap
• GVOST recap
• GVCA presentation by Elisa Love
• Trick or Treat Street discussion

City Council Meetings - 2024

The City Council will consider resolutions to fund and contract executive recruitment services. The meeting includes presentations on capital projects and the 2025 budget for infrastructure and core services.

• Resolution 2024-32: Transferring General Fund Contingency funds to the City Council Program for Executive Recruitment
• Resolution 2024-33: Agreement with Columbia LTD for executive recruitment services
• 2025 Budget Presentation for Infrastructure and Core Services
• Capital Projects Update from Planning and Development Director Dan Caris
• Executive sessions regarding Interim City Manager contract, Headwaters Housing Development, and property purchase with IndiBuild

City Council Meetings - 2024

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting featuring a presentation by Dr. Korrey Klein, CEO of Family Health West (FHW). The session is for informational purposes and requires no action from the council.

• Presentation on FHW mental health programs including Emergency Room Telehealth and Senior Life Solutions
• Discussion on FHW interactions with Lower Valley Fire Protection District, Mind Springs, and West Springs Hospital

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Conditional Use Permit application from XCEL Energy. The proposal involves rerouting and rebuilding approximately four miles of transmission lines between the Fruita and Uintah substations.

• Conditional Use Permit application 2024-08 for XCEL Energy to rebuild ~4 miles of transmission lines from Fruita Substation to Uintah Substation

Fruita Tourism Advisory Council

The Fruita Tourism Advisory Council will meet to review marketing proposals and establish an interview schedule. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Review of marketing proposals
• Establishment of interview schedule

City Council Meetings - 2024

City Manager Mike Bennett is presenting an overview of the first draft of the 2025 Recommended Budget. The council will discuss the budget's introduction and transmittal letter and provide feedback on the presentation format for the upcoming adoption process.

• Proposed $500,000 for road overlays and $400,000 for J Road improvements
• Proposed $25,000 for a new accessible website and $7,500 for outreach videos
• Proposed 5% market increase for most employees and 5-15% for sworn police officers
• Proposed $55,000 for a Community Garden at the Community Center
• Proposed $40,000 for trail maintenance and expansion around Snooks Bottom

Livability Commission

The Fruita Livability Commission is conducting a site tour of the Fruita Mews development at 1138 18.5 Road. No formal decisions or discussions are on the agenda; this meeting is solely a tour of the project.

• Site tour of Fruita Mews project at 1138 18.5 Road

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Fruita City Council will hold public hearings on proposals to annex and rezone approximately 53.59 acres at 958 17 ½ Road (Karp Annexation) into the city and zone it as South Fruita Residential. The council will also consider consent items including a liquor license renewal for Adobe Creek Golf Course and a resolution to extend exclusive negotiation rights with 2 Forks Ventures for a public-private partnership on city-owned property. Financial reports for June and July 2024 are up for approval.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-14 to annex 53.59 acres at 958 17 ½ Road into Fruita
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-15 to rezone the same property to South Fruita Residential
• Resolution 2024-26 finding the property eligible for annexation
• Resolution 2024-27 extending exclusive negotiation rights with 2 Forks Ventures for a public-private partnership on city-owned property
• Renewal of Optional Premises liquor license for Adobe Creek National, LLC dba Adobe Creek Golf Course at 876 18 ½ Road

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Fruita City Council will hold a workshop to discuss how to handle requests for removal, relocation, or negative responses to art in the HeART of Fruita rotational public art program. This discussion follows a recent request to remove a new piece of art and change a rotation location. Staff seeks direction from the council on addressing unfavorable feedback while balancing public input and artistic goals.

• Discussion of procedures for art removal, relocation, and handling negative public response in the HeART of Fruita program
• Program currently has five downtown locations with annual art rotations
• Art selection process uses criteria: quality, durability, safety, public experience, artistic exposure, and year-round appeal
• Funding from Arts and Culture Board fundraising, sponsors, and grants
• Mayor requested this item after receiving a public request to remove art and change a location

The Fruita City Council discussed a request from a downtown business owner to remove a HeART of Fruita sculpture from in front of her business due to aesthetic concerns. After discussion, the Council decided not to change the Arts and Culture Board's decision, citing that overriding a public decision would harm the program. The localism discussion was moved to the September 24 workshop.

• Upheld Arts and Culture Board's sculpture placement decision
• Moved localism discussion to September 24 workshop

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts and Culture Board is meeting to make selections for the HeART of Fruita, Mulberry, and Train mural projects. The board will also discuss the Fruita Fall Festival and provide an update on Pasteles in the Park.

• Selection for HeART of FRUITA
• Mural selection for MULBERRY
• Selection for TRAIN MURAL
• Update and job designation for PASTELES IN THE PARK
• Fruita Fall Festival grand application, judge panel, and booth

Arts and Culture Board

The board is meeting to conduct a walking tour of five new sculptures starting at FARM. No other business items are listed on the agenda.

• Walking tour of five new sculptures

Planning Commission

The Fruita Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to Title 17 of the Fruita Municipal Code, covering conditional uses, call-up provisions, appeals, and exempt signs. They will also continue consideration of a conditional use permit for XCEL Energy to rebuild and reroute about four miles of transmission lines from the Fruita substation to the Uintah substation. Consent items include approval of minutes from the August 13, 2024 meeting.

• Application 2024-09: Land Use Code Amendments affecting sections 17.05.090, 17.21.030(2), 17.25, and 17.15.040.
• Application 2024-08 (continued): Conditional Use Permit for XCEL Energy to rebuild and reroute approximately 4 miles of transmission lines from Fruita substation to Uintah substation.
• Consent item: Approval of August 13, 2024, Planning Commission minutes.
• Other business: Community development updates and public comments.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved April minutes, received no public comment, and discussed a city council strategic plan update. They planned the Snooks Bottom Volunteer Day on October 5 and the Reed Park grand opening on September 14. A public complaint about non-working TVs in the rec center aerobics area was addressed with case-by-case solutions.

• Reed Park grand opening Saturday Sep 14, 11am-2pm, with free helmet program for youth; no park rental for about 3 months
• Snooks Bottom Volunteer Day October 5, 9-11am; PRAB arrives 8:30am for setup; tasks include trash removal, weeding, tree-wrapping
• Public complaint: TVs in Rec Center aerobics area not working properly after switch to Direct TV; patrons to contact front desk or Marc
• Art Walk on September 11 at 6:00pm, meeting at FARM
• Future topics: The Launch development next-steps and foul-ball nets at Salt Wash Park

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Fruita Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider adopting minutes from August, receive a city council update, and discuss upcoming events including a volunteer event at Snooks Bottom and the grand opening of Reed Park. No formal decisions or proposals with dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Reed Park grand opening
• Volunteer event at Snooks Bottom
• City council update
• Approval of August 2024 minutes

The Fruita Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously approved the April minutes. The board discussed upcoming events, including the Reed Park grand opening and a volunteer day at Snooks Bottom, and addressed a public complaint about TVs in the rec center aerobics area.

• Approved April minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled Snooks Bottom Volunteer Day for Oct 5, 9-11am
• Set Reed Park grand opening for Sep 14, 11am-2pm
• Noted TV issue in rec center aerobics area, to be handled case-by-case

Parks and Recreation Commission

This is a routine meeting with mostly procedural items, including approval of minutes and a city council update. The board will also discuss plans for a volunteer event at Snooks Bottom and the grand opening of Reed Park.

• Volunteer event at Snooks Bottom
• Reed Park grand opening

City Council Meetings - 2024

The City Council will discuss several appointments and ordinances, including a budget amendment for emergency equipment repairs at the Wastewater Reclamation Facility. The body will also consider a farm lease and updates to the downtown mixed-use zone sign code.

• Resolution 2024-25: Amending 2024 Budget to transfer Sewer Fund Contingency funds for Wastewater Reclamation Facility repairs
• Ordinance 2024-16: Five-year farm/crop lease for 40 acres at the northeast corner of 16 and L Roads
• Ordinance 2024-17: Amendments to Title 17 regarding Downtown Mixed-Use Zone permits and sign code
• Notice of Award to Andrea (Stolarczyk) Downs for Mulberry Plaza murals
• Appointment of Frank Graziano to the Police Commission and Mel Mulder to the Planning Commission

The Fruita City Council voted 3-2 to direct the City Manager to apply for the CHFA Prop 123 Land Banking Grant with Housing Resources of Western Colorado and IndiBuild for the property at 1138 18 ½ Road. The application is for The Fruita Commons, a proposed 96-unit mixed-income housing project. Councilors Williams and Hancey voted no, with Hancey citing concerns about the rushed timeline. The council also approved the consent agenda, including appointments and a budget amendment for emergency sewer repairs.

• Approved motion to direct City Manager to apply for CHFA Prop 123 Land Banking Grant for Fruita Commons (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda including appointments of Frank Graziano to Police Commission and Mel Mulder to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-25 amending 2024 budget for emergency sewer equipment repairs
• Approved Ordinance 2024-16 (second reading) for five-year farm/crop lease on 40 acres at 16 and L Roads
• Introduced Ordinance 2024-17 (first reading) amending Title 17 on conditional use permits and sign code
• Acknowledged withdrawal of 1176 18 ½ Road rezone application by applicant
• Approved proclamation declaring September 2024 as Suicide Prevention Month
• Convened executive session for legal advice on Mind Springs Health financial assistance request (5-0)

Fruita Tourism Advisory Council

The Fruita Tourism Advisory Council will hear presentations from the Grand Valley Outdoor Recreation Coalition and Marketing Refresh, then discuss the timeline for a request for proposals (RFP). The council will also approve minutes from July and receive a staff report.

• Guest speaker Chandler Smith, Grand Valley Outdoor Recreation Coalition
• Guest speaker Terri Hoffman, Marketing Refresh
• Discussion of RFP timeline
• Approval of regular meeting minutes from July 25, 2024

The Fruita Tourism Advisory Council heard presentations from the Grand Valley Outdoor Recreation Coalition and a marketing professional, approved the July 25, 2024 minutes unanimously, and discussed the upcoming Marketing and Promotion RFP timeline. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved July 25, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council Meetings - 2024

The City Council will discuss potential changes to the Fruita Municipal Code, including aligning theft and criminal mischief penalties with state law, updating dangerous animal disposition options, and adopting the 2024 Colorado Model Traffic Code. They will also receive an overview of the draft five-year Capital Improvements Plan, which includes major projects such as S. Mesa Street improvements ($2,045,000), Reed Park renovation ($2,800,000), and Beach Redevelopment phases. A presentation on the Mulberry Murals art project is also scheduled.

• Discussion on aligning theft/criminal mischief penalty ranges with Colorado Revised Statutes
• Review of dangerous animal disposition options (euthanasia vs. conditional release) in municipal code
• Possible adoption of the 2024 Colorado Model Traffic Code to replace the 2010 version
• Draft five-year CIP includes $2.8M for Reed Park renovation and $2.045M for S. Mesa Street improvements
• Beach Redevelopment Phase I and Phase II each budgeted at $2.5M (2026-2027)

The Fruita City Council held a workshop and directed staff to align the municipal code with state statutes, including adopting the 2024 Model Traffic Code. They also reviewed the draft five-year Capital Improvement Plan and directed staff to proceed with a budget amendment for pickleball courts at the Fruita Community Center, including a shade structure. No formal votes were taken; these were workshop discussions and directions.

• Directed staff to align municipal code with state statutes (unanimous consensus)
• Agreed to adopt 2024 Model Traffic Code (no objections)
• Requested 'The Launch' be categorized under Economic Development in CIP
• Directed staff to proceed with budget amendment for pickleball courts including shade structure
• Discussed sidewalk replacement program, using chipseal funds to cover cost overruns

City Council Meetings - 2024

The City Council will consider the approval of the 2023 Financial Statements and the Independent Auditor’s Report. The meeting includes a presentation on the city's fiscal health analysis to inform the 2025 budget. Council will also hear a presentation from Headwaters Housing Partners.

• Approval of 2023 Financial Statements and Auditor's Report from McMahan and Associates, LLC
• Liquor license renewal for Dillon Companies, LLC dba City Market #13 at 135 S. Plum Street
• Reappointment of Mel Mulder to the Planning Commission for a three-year term
• Presentation by Headwaters Housing Partners

The Fruita City Council approved the 2023 financial statements and accepted the auditor's report, which gave a clean opinion. The council also approved the consent agenda items for the August 6 meeting minutes and a liquor license renewal for City Market, but postponed the reappointment of Mel Mulder to the Planning Commission pending a review of the advertising process. Council directed staff to explore a potential workforce housing project with Headwaters Housing Partners, but no formal approval was made.

• Approved 2023 financial statements and accepted auditor's report (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A and B: meeting minutes and City Market liquor license renewal (5-0)
• Postponed Mel Mulder's reappointment to Planning Commission pending staff review
• Directed staff to explore funding gap and partnership with Headwaters Housing Partners for workforce housing

Livability Commission

The commission will hold a regular meeting with public comment, approval of July minutes, and staff updates. The main discussion items are the community garden and setting goals for the commission.

• Discussion of community garden project
• Commission goals discussion
• Approval of July 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update from Parks and Recreation Director Marc Mancuso

The Livability Commission meeting was primarily informational, with no formal votes or decisions taken. Members heard updates from the Parks and Recreation Director, including the pool reopening after a glass incident, the nearing completion of Reed Park, and the installation of new art pieces. The commission also discussed future projects like community gardens and a potential fact-checking resource for residents, but no actions were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes from July 18, 2024 meeting (unanimous, Karisny abstained)
• Scheduled trail cleanup for October 17, 2024 instead of regular meeting
• Moved goals discussion to next meeting

Planning Commission

The Fruita Planning Commission will hold public hearings on an annexation and rezone of 53.59 acres at 958 17 ½ Road from agricultural to South Fruita Residential, and a conditional use permit for XCEL Energy to rebuild four miles of transmission lines. They will also consider approval of the July 9 meeting minutes and receive community development updates.

• Annexation of 53.59 acres at 958 17 ½ Road from Mesa County to Fruita city limits (Application #2024-04)
• Rezone of the same property from Agricultural Forestry Transitional to South Fruita Residential (Application #2024-05)
• Conditional Use Permit for XCEL Energy to reroute and rebuild approximately 4 miles of transmission lines from Fruita Substation to Uintah Substation (Application #2024-08)
• Approval of minutes from July 9, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
• Community Development updates (Other Business)

The Fruita Planning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend denial of a rezone application for 19.9 acres at 1176 18 ½ Road from Rural Estate (RE) to Community Residential (CR). The motion was based on the compatibility criteria in Section 17.09.070, specifically that the proposed use would not coexist with existing uses without a disproportionate or severe impact. The recommendation will be forwarded to the Fruita City Council, which has final decision authority.

• Recommended denial of rezone 2024-03 (RE to CR) at 1176 18 ½ Road (4-0)
• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes from May 14 and June 11, 2024 meetings (4-0)

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Fruita City Council will hold a regular meeting with consent agenda items including first readings of ordinances to annex and rezone approximately 53.59 acres at 958 17 ½ Road (Karp Annexation) and a five-year farm lease on 16 and L Roads. Public hearings are scheduled for a budget amendment and a second reading of an ordinance allowing administrative approvals for certain liquor license applications. The council may also enter executive session for a personnel matter.

• Resolution 2024-22 setting a September 17 hearing for annexation of 53.59 acres at 958 17 ½ Road (Karp Annexation)
• Ordinance 2024-14 first reading to annex same property into city limits
• Ordinance 2024-15 first reading to rezone property to South Fruita Residential zone
• Ordinance 2024-16 first reading authorizing a five-year farm/crop lease on 40 acres at 16 and L Roads
• Resolution 2024-24 approving participation in the Colorado Opioid Settlement and Recovery – Kroger

The Fruita City Council approved Resolution 2024-23, amending the 2024 budget with supplemental appropriations for a new police officer, a replacement police vehicle, scholarship programs, the 16 Road Rail Crossing project, and a sewer line extension along 19 Road. The council also approved Ordinance 2024-13, allowing administrative approvals for certain liquor license applications, and adopted the consent agenda, which included first readings for the Karp annexation and rezoning. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved Resolution 2024-23, amending the 2024 budget with supplemental appropriations (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-13, allowing administrative approvals for certain liquor license applications (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including first readings for Karp annexation and rezoning (6-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda as presented (6-0)
• Convened executive session for city manager's informal review (6-0)

Historic Preservation Board

The Fruita Historic Preservation Board will hold a routine public meeting, primarily focused on preparations for an upcoming History Fair. The board will also vote on agenda approval and meeting minutes from July.

• Discussion of History Fair preparations

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss next steps for Snooks Bottom. The board will also review objectives for the remainder of 2024 and event planning volunteers.

• Discussion of next steps for Snooks Bottom
• Objectives for the remainder of 2024
• Event planning volunteers

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Fruita Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss next steps for Snooks Bottom and review objectives for the remainder of 2024. The board will also consider approving the June 2024 minutes and hear public comments on non-agenda items.

• Approve June 2024 minutes
• Discuss next steps for Snooks Bottom
• Review objectives for remainder of 2024
• Volunteer event planning discussion

Fruita Tourism Advisory Council

The Fruita Tourism Advisory Council is meeting to approve minutes from June and discuss planning for 2025. No votes or concrete proposals are listed; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Approval of minutes from June 27, 2024
• Staff report update
• Discussion of 2025 planning

City Council Meetings - 2024

City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the benefits of Colorado Creative Districts. The body will also review proposed Land Use Code amendments regarding signage, appeals, and fueling stations.

• Proposed change to make Fuel Sales a Conditionally Allowed Use in the DMU zone (Section 17.05.090)
• Proposed Sign Code amendments to comply with First Amendment rulings regarding content-based regulation
• Proposed relocation of Call-Up Provisions to include Site Design Review (Section 17.07.040 (G))
• Proposed updates to appeal procedures to limit reversals unless due process was denied or action was arbitrary
• Discussion on the process of establishing a Colorado Creative District

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Fruita City Council will hold a workshop to hear a presentation on the Colorado Creative Districts program and discuss proposed amendments to the Land Use Code. The amendments include changes to Conditional Use Permits for fuel sales in the DMU zone, relocation of call-up provisions, revised appeals standards, and updates to the sign code to comply with Supreme Court rulings. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session only.

• Presentation on Colorado Creative Districts benefits and process by state and local officials
• Proposed change requiring Conditional Use Permits for fuel sales in DMU zone (Section 17.05.090)
• Relocation of Call-Up Provisions to Standard Review Procedures, adding Site Design Review
• Revised Appeals chapter with new standards for reversing decisions
• Sign Code amendments to comply with First Amendment, regulating only location, size, height, brightness, and quantity

The Fruita City Council held a workshop and reached consensus to move forward with proposed Land Use Code amendments covering conditional uses in the DMU zone, call-up provisions, appeals, and sign code changes. No formal votes were taken; the amendments will be consolidated into one ordinance for a future formal process. The council also discussed the Colorado Creative District program but took no action.

• Consensus to move forward with Land Use Code amendments (no formal vote)
• Agreed to combine all Land Use Code amendments into one ordinance
• No action on Creative District program; only discussion

Livability Commission

The Fruita Livability Commission will review and approve minutes from June 27, receive a recap of the Farmers Market, and hear updates from the Planning and Development Director. Discussion items include setting commission goals and planning for a community garden.

• Public comment period
• Approval of June 27 regular minutes
• Farmers Market recap from members
• Staff update from Planning and Development Director Dan Caris
• Discussion on commission goals and community garden

The Livability Commission received updates on three affordable housing projects in Fruita: the Oaks redevelopment, Geode Flats, and Fruita Mews. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with discussion on housing, parking, and a potential community garden. The minutes from June 27 were approved with corrections.

• Approved June 27, 2024 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Postponed goals discussion to next meeting

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Fruita City Council will issue proclamations for Park and Recreation Month and civility, then handle a consent agenda including liquor license renewals and board appointments. A first reading of Ordinance 2024-13 would allow administrative approval of certain liquor-related applications and set a public hearing for August 6. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss a potential real property purchase.

• Proclamation declaring July 2024 as Park and Recreation Month
• Proclamation recognizing the importance of civility in local government
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-13 to amend Chapter 5.20 of the municipal code for administrative liquor approvals
• Renewal of liquor licenses for Family Dollar #27356, Munchies Pizza & Deli, and Camilla's Kaffe
• Appointments of Andrew Schlechten and Meghan Reker to the Arts and Culture Board

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts and Culture Board will discuss progress on several community art initiatives. This includes updates for HeART of FRUITA, Chalk Fest, and Fourth Friday. The board may also address potential new board members and mural projects.

• Update on HeART of FRUITA
• Pastels at the Park update
• Progress check on Fourth Friday
• Update on Mulberry murals
• Mural Fest and sponsorship discussion

Planning Commission

The Fruita Planning Commission will consider a request to rezone approximately 19.9 acres from Rural Estate to Community Residential. The commission will also hold a discussion regarding Land Use Code Amendments.

• Rezoning of 19.9 acres at 1176 18 ½ Road
• Discussion of Land Use Code Amendments
• Approval of May and June 2024 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Board

The meeting includes routine approvals of the July 8 agenda and June 3 minutes. The board will also discuss preparations for the History Fair.

• History Fair preparations

Fruita Tourism Advisory Council

The council will review reports from Colvita Creative and staff. The agenda also includes discussion regarding 2025 planning.

• Colvita Creative Report
• Staff Report
• 2025 Planning

Livability Commission

The Fruita Livability Commission will hear from guest speaker Heather Jones of the Area Agency on Aging. The commission will also discuss Farmers Market schedule and planning.

• Guest speaker Heather Jones (Area Agency on Aging)
• Farmers Market schedule and planning discussion
• Review and approval of May 16, 2024, minutes

City Council Meetings - 2024

The City Council will discuss potentially moving the approval of certain liquor license applications, such as renewals, from Council action to administrative review. Staff also presented an overview of the city's 2024 special events, including budget allocations and sponsorship amounts. The discussion aims to provide direction for future event policies and potential ordinance changes.

• Potential transition of certain liquor license approvals to administrative review
• $158,600 allocated for 2024 city events (excluding personnel)
• $41,500 approved for Fruita Tourism Special Event sponsorships
• Overview of over 30 scheduled special events for 2024

City Council Meetings - 2024

The City Council will consider a three-year agreement with Xpress Bill Pay for online and paperless utility billing. The agenda also includes liquor license renewals and the final release of improvements for the Iron Wheel Subdivision. Additionally, the Housing Authority will meet regarding affordable housing projects.

• Three-year agreement with Xpress Bill Pay for online and paperless utility billing
• Final release of subdivision improvements for Filing 1 of the Iron Wheel Subdivision
• Liquor license renewals for Copper Club Brewing Co. and Dragon Treasure
• Special event liquor permit for 'Dinos on the Rocks' fundraiser
• Amendment to MOU with 2 Forks Ventures, Inc regarding a public-private partnership

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts and Culture Board will review the May 2024 meeting minutes. The agenda includes updates on the HeART of FRUITA Call to Artists and the Pastels at the Park Chalk Festival. Members will also discuss a mural for the Railroad Bridge.

• Approval of May 2024 minutes
• HeART of FRUITA 2nd Annual Call to Artists
• Pastels at the Park Chalk Festival
• Railroad Bridge Mural discussion

Planning Commission

The Fruita Planning Commission will hold a workshop to receive updates on current projects. The meeting also includes discussion regarding future land use code amendments.

• Current projects updates
• Future Land Use Code Amendments

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Fruita City Council will consider a resolution to amend the 2024 budget for capital projects, road maintenance, and sidewalk improvements. The Council will also review an ordinance regarding garbage and solid waste. Additionally, developers will present a conceptual redevelopment plan for 169 S. Mulberry.

• Resolution 2024-17: Budget amendments for capital projects, road maintenance, and sidewalk improvements
• Ordinance 2024-12: Amendments to municipal code regarding garbage and solid waste
• Presentation of a conceptual redevelopment plan for 169 S. Mulberry
• Proclamation of June 2024 as LGBTQ+ Awareness Month

Historic Preservation Board

The Fruita Historic Preservation Board is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, and to discuss preparations for the History Fair. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the main substantive item being the History Fair planning.

• Approve agenda for June 3, 2024 meeting
• Approve minutes from May 6, 2024 meeting
• Discuss History Fair preparations

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will conduct a tour of the Snooks Bottom Site to discuss future improvements and management plans. The meeting also includes an update from City Council and volunteer event planning.

• Approval of May 2024 minutes
• Snooks Bottom Site tour regarding future improvements and management plan
• Volunteer event planning

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Fruita Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, receive a city council update, and discuss a site tour of Snooks Bottom for future improvements and a management plan. New business includes planning a volunteer event. The agenda is otherwise routine.

• Snooks Bottom site tour for future improvements and management plan
• Volunteer event planning
• Approval of May 2024 minutes

Fruita Tourism Advisory Council

The council will conduct a regular meeting including the approval of April minutes and reports from Colvita Creative and city staff. The meeting includes introductions for new Council Liaison Rich Parrish.

• Approval of April 25, 2024 minutes
• Colvita Creative Report
• Staff Report

Livability Commission

The Fruita Livability Commission is meeting to review its April minutes, hear public comment, and discuss its goals and priorities for the coming period. The main focus is a discussion on what topics the commission should address and what it should accomplish.

• Public comment period
• Review and approval of April 25, 2024 minutes
• Discussion on commission goals and priorities

Planning Commission

This is a workshop meeting focused on training for Planning Commission members, covering home rule, roles, conduct, open meetings, records, ethics, and conflicts of interest. No land use applications or decisions are on the agenda; it is procedural and educational.

• Training on Home Rule & City Charter
• Review of Planning Commission roles and voting rules
• Open Meetings Law and Colorado Open Records Act compliance
• Ethics, gifts, and conflicts of interest policies
• Current projects update

Planning Commission

The Fruita Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the Geode Flats Preliminary PUD Plan, a proposed multi-family residential development at 614 Raptor Road. The Commission will formulate a recommendation to forward to the Fruita City Council. No public hearing items are listed for this meeting; the agenda includes approval of minutes and other business, including election of officers.

• Geode Flats Preliminary PUD Plan: multi-family residential development on ~5 acres at 614 Raptor Road
• Proposed 4 multi-family buildings, up to 4 stories, with clubhouse and surface parking
• Condition includes $100,000 childcare cash-in-lieu fee at site plan approval
• Reverter clause: zoning reverts to C-2 if development fails to proceed as multifamily
• Approval of minutes from January 30, 2024 meeting

Arts and Culture Board

The Fruita Arts and Culture Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and welcoming new board members. They will receive updates on the Fourth Friday and Chalk Fest events, and discuss a call to artists for the 2024 Storm Drain Art project. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial items.

• Approve April 2024 minutes
• New board members
• Fourth Friday update
• Chalk Fest update
• Call to Artists – Storm Drain Art 2024

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Fruita City Council is holding its regular meeting on May 7, 2024, with a mix of routine proclamations, presentations, and consent agenda items. Key business includes a presentation on the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) for local creeks, a request for a $8,500 city contribution for additional water sampling, and approval of a multi-year HMI/SCADA services agreement. The council will also consider a budget amendment and first reading of a garbage and solid waste ordinance.

• TMDL presentation: Mesa County requests $8,500 (10% of stakeholder share) for additional E. coli sampling in Adobe and Leach Creeks
• Five-year HMI/SCADA system services agreement with Browns Hill Engineering & Controls
• Resolution 2024-15: Amending 2024 budget, transferring funds from General Fund Contingency for financial management services and electrical upgrades at Civic Center Park
• Ordinance 2024-12 (first reading): Amending Chapter 8.08 on garbage and solid waste
• Appointments: Leona Manuppella to Arts and Culture Board; One Riverfront appointments

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Fruita Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting. The main item is a follow-up discussion on the Snooks Bottom site tour, including ideas for improvement and an overview of the easement. The agenda is otherwise routine, with public comments, a city council update, and approval of the April minutes.

• Follow-up on Snooks Bottom site tour: improvement ideas and easement overview
• Public comments period (5-minute limit)
• City council update
• Approval of April 2024 minutes

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Fruita Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve April minutes, hear public comments, and receive a city council update. The main discussion item is a follow-up on the Snooks Bottom site tour, covering improvement ideas and an overview of the easement. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approve April 2024 minutes
• Public comments (5-minute limit)
• City council update
• Snooks Bottom site tour follow-up: improvement ideas and easement overview

Historic Preservation Board

The Fruita Historic Preservation Board is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, introduce new board members James Jeffery and Mickie Rogers, and discuss preparations for the History Fair. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve agenda for May 6, 2024 meeting
• Approve minutes from April 1, 2024 meeting
• Introduce new board members James Jeffery and Mickie Rogers
• Discuss History Fair preparations

Livability Commission

The Fruita Livability Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and member reports. They will also discuss officer and position appointments and an overview of localism efforts. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Approve minutes from March 21, 2024
• Discuss officer and position appointments
• Overview and discussion on localism efforts

Police Commission

The Fruita Police Commission is meeting to introduce new members, review its charter/code, discuss updates, and select a Chair/Co-chair. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions listed.

• Introduction of new members
• Review of charter/code
• Discussion of Chair/Co-chair selection
• Next meeting scheduled for July 17, 2024

Arts and Culture Board

The Fruita Arts and Culture Board is meeting to elect a new chairperson and secretary, review the CoCo Vino fundraiser results, and plan the upcoming HeART of Fruita artist call and a chalk event. The board will also approve February minutes and hear public comments.

• Nomination and vote for new Chairperson and Secretary
• Recap of CoCo Vino fundraiser earnings and possible improvements
• HeART of Fruita artist call in May; decide valley-wide or Western Slope participation
• Determine size for new sculpture locations and price honorariums
• Start planning a chalk event

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Fruita Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive a city council update. The main item is a site tour of Snooks Bottom to discuss current amenities, challenges, and brainstorm future improvements. The board will also vote on officers (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary).

• Vote on Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Site tour of Snooks Bottom (1051 Kingsview Rd) to discuss amenities and challenges
• Brainstorm future improvements for Snooks Bottom
• Approve March 2024 minutes

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Fruita Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve March minutes, hear public comments, and vote on board officers. The main item is a site tour of Snooks Bottom to discuss current amenities, challenges, and brainstorm future improvements.

• Vote on Chair, Vice Chair and Secretary
• Site tour of Snooks Bottom (1051 Kingsview Rd) to discuss amenities and challenges
• Brainstorm ideas for future improvements at Snooks Bottom
• Approve March 2024 minutes

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Fruita City Council will consider consent agenda items including board appointments, resolutions opposing state land-use preemption bills, and a resolution dissolving the Downtown Advisory Board. A public hearing will be held on a budget amendment with supplemental appropriations for capital projects. The council will also hear an update from the Building Division.

• Resolution 2024-10 opposing House Bill 24-1152 on statewide land use preemptions
• Resolution 2024-11 opposing land-use preemptions in House Bills 24-1313 and 24-1304
• Resolution 2024-13 to assign proceeds from three mountain property sales for public recreational amenities
• Resolution 2024-14 dissolving the Fruita Downtown Advisory Board
• Public hearing on Resolution 2024-12 amending the 2024 budget with supplemental appropriations

Historic Preservation Board

The Fruita Historic Preservation Board is meeting to discuss the Old Fruita Bridge with presenters Ken Henry and Tom McNamara, and to review a Google spreadsheet tracking historic plaques. The agenda also includes routine approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Old Fruita Bridge presentation and discussion with Ken Henry and Tom McNamara
• Review of Historic Plaque Google spreadsheet

Fruita Tourism Advisory Council

The Fruita Tourism Advisory Council is meeting to discuss tourism-related matters, including a mini-grant request for Ride of the Rockies, a guest speaker from Care of Colorado, and reports from staff and Colvita Creative. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from a prior strategic planning session.

• Mini-Grant Request – Ride of the Rockies
• Guest Speaker – Barb Bowman from Care of Colorado
• Approval of Minutes – Strategic Planning Meeting (Feb 22, 2024)
• Colvita Creative Report
• Staff Report

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Fruita City Council is holding a workshop to discuss several topics: an update on the short-term rental program and Granicus software, next steps for creating a Localism Board to replace the Downtown Advisory Board, a possible sales tax exemption on preowned items, and how to use proceeds from the sale of Enoch's Lake. The meeting also includes two proclamation requests.

• Short-term rental program update and Granicus compliance software implementation
• Discussion on creating a Localism Board to replace the Downtown Advisory Board
• Sales tax exemption proposal for preowned/used items under $5,000
• Discussion on proceeds from the sale of Enoch's Lake
• Proclamations for Military Bound Graduate Recognition Day (April 27, 2024) and National Donate Life Month (April 2024)

Livability Commission

The Livability Commission will review its February minutes, hear member and staff reports, and discuss its goals and items for 2024. The commission is also scheduled to appoint officers and discuss the AARP Community Impact Grant.

• Review of February 15, 2024 regular minutes
• Discussion of goals and items for 2024
• Officer position appointments
• AARP Community Impact Grant discussion

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Fruita City Council will hear presentations from Xcel Energy and Deeply Digital about utility strikes during construction, and consider a second reading of an ordinance to regulate unmanned aircraft systems. The council will also vote on consent items including a liquor license renewal for Maverik Inc. #400 and a resolution amending the Livability Commission bylaws.

• Presentation from Xcel Energy on utility strikes and safety measures
• Presentation from Deeply Digital on fiber buildout and utility strike prevention
• Ordinance 2024-10 (second reading) to regulate unmanned aircraft systems
• Liquor license renewal for Maverik Inc. #400 at 1103 E. Highway 6 & 50
• Special event liquor permit for Desert Rats Trail Running Festival on April 13

Historic Preservation Board

The Fruita Historic Preservation Board is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, and to discuss the Historic Plaque Program. No other substantive items are listed.

• Historic Plaque Program discussion

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Fruita City Council will hold public hearings on a zoning change for 5.07 acres at 614 Raptor Road, a land sale at 169 S. Mulberry Street, a new liquor license for Blue Lotus Vietnamese Restaurant, and a budget amendment. The consent agenda includes liquor license renewals for Aspen Street Coffee and Karma Kitchen, board appointments, and a fireworks services contract. The council will also hear presentations from the Chamber of Commerce and Youth Action Council, and discuss a lease for the lagoon property in executive session.

• Public hearing: Rezone 5.07 acres at 614 Raptor Road to Planned Unit Development (Geode Flats PUD)
• Public hearing: Sale of city property at 169 S. Mulberry Street to Farm, LLC
• Public hearing: New liquor license for Blue Lotus Vietnamese Restaurant at 152 S. Mesa Street
• Consent: Renew liquor licenses for Aspen Street Coffee (136 E. Aspen Ave.) and Karma Kitchen (229 E. Aspen Ave.)
• Consent: Approve $ amount not specified for Zambelli Fireworks services

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Fruita City Council is holding a workshop to review the due diligence report from 2Forks Ventures for the proposed public-private development of the Beach property, a 41.26-acre site at 879 Raptor Road. The report covers title, survey, floodplain, environmental, geotechnical, and other assessments, and includes a conceptual plan for public and private development. The council will also receive a development and special projects update. No formal decisions are scheduled; the workshop is for discussion and direction.

• Review of due diligence report for the Beach property (41.26 acres at 879 Raptor Road)
• Conceptual plan includes public park, boat ramp, and mixed-use private development
• Floodplain analysis shows development feasible outside 100-year floodplain
• Geotechnical investigation found no hazards precluding development
• Phase 1 environmental assessment found no recognized environmental conditions

Fruita Tourism Advisory Council

The Fruita Tourism Advisory Council is meeting to review three mini-grant applications, including the Colorado Canyons Association Maps Project, Colorado National Monument Association, and D1 Prospects Softball Tournament. The council will also hold an envisioning session with Colvita Creative and hear a staff report.

• Review of mini-grant applications: Colorado Canyons Association Maps Project
• Review of mini-grant applications: Colorado National Monument Association
• Review of mini-grant applications: D1 Prospects Softball Tournament
• Envisioning session with Colvita Creative

Arts and Culture Board

The Fruita Arts and Culture Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and introducing a new member. The main focus is planning the upcoming Coco Vino fundraiser on March 15, with updates on sponsors, auction, liquor permit, and ticket sales. The board will also discuss an art award and a new art installment for the FCC.

• Coco Vino fundraiser planning for March 15, including sponsor and auction updates
• Confirm award of liquor for Coco Vino event
• Introduce new board member Justice Baker
• Select show award for Kyle (Fruita Art Influencer)
• Review submission for next FCC art installment

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Fruita City Council is meeting to hear presentations, including a recommendation to create a new Localism Board to replace the disbanded Downtown Advisory Board, and a presentation on a Grand Valley secondhand tax initiative. The council will also consider consent agenda items such as liquor license renewals, a museum property lease, and first readings of ordinances on drone regulation and a lease for a carrier neutral location. Public hearings are scheduled for second readings of ordinances affecting voting rights on commissions and Tourism Advisory Council membership, and an appeal of a conditional use permit for a drive-thru at a fueling station.

• Presentation and recommendation to create a Fruita Localism Board with mission statement 'Reach out | Receive | Engage'
• Resolution 2024-05: Lease of Fruita Museum Property at 432 E Aspen Ave to Fruita Chamber of Commerce
• Ordinance 2024-09 (First Reading): Lease agreement with Region 10 for Fruita Carrier Neutral Location
• Ordinance 2024-10 (First Reading): New Title IX to regulate unmanned aircraft systems (drones)
• Ordinance 2024-04 (Second Reading): Eliminating voting rights for council-appointed members of Police and Parks and Recreation Commissions

Livability Commission

The Fruita Livability Commission is meeting to discuss an AARP Community Challenge Grant and an updated Livability Index Score. They will also review minutes, hear member and staff reports, and appoint officers.

• Discussion of AARP Community Challenge Grant
• Discussion of updated Livability Index Score
• Appointment of officer positions
• Approval of minutes from November 16, 2023 and January 18, 2024 meetings

City Council Meetings - 2024

The Fruita City Council will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests: a second reading to rezone 14.52 acres at 1873 K Road to Community Residential, and a first reading to rezone 5.07 acres at 614 Raptor Road to a Planned Unit Development. The council will also consider a supplemental budget appropriation for capital projects, a special event liquor permit, and a property sale contract. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and board reappointments.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-06 to rezone 14.52 acres at 1873 K Road to Community Residential
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-07 to rezone 5.07 acres at 614 Raptor Road to Planned Unit Development (Geode Flats PUD)
• Resolution 2024-03 to amend 2024 budget with supplemental appropriations for Fruita Community Center capital projects and Maple Street Bridge project
• Special event liquor permit for Coco Vino Fundraiser on March 15, 2024 at Our Lady of Perpetual Motion, 503 E. Aspen Ave.
• Ordinance 2024-08 and Resolution 2024-04 authorizing contract with Farm, LLC for sale of city property at 169 S. Mulberry Street

Historic Preservation Board

The Fruita Historic Preservation Board is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, then discuss the Historic Plaque Program and prioritize board goals. No decisions on specific properties or projects are listed on the agenda.

• Historic Plaque Program discussion
• Prioritizing board goals

Planning Commission

The Fruita Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a preliminary PUD plan for Geode Flats, a multi-family residential development on about 5 acres at 614 Raptor Road. The commission will make a recommendation to the Fruita City Council. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the January 9, 2024 meeting and community development updates.

• Public hearing for Geode Flats preliminary PUD plan (Application 2023-37) at 614 Raptor Road
• Multi-family residential development on approximately 5 acres
• Applicant: McCool Development Solutions, LLC
• Approval of minutes from January 9, 2024 Planning Commission meeting

Fruita Tourism Advisory Council

The Fruita Tourism Advisory Council is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving prior minutes and receiving a staff report. The main items are reviewing a budget proposal from Colvita Creative and considering a mini-grant application from the Fruita Chamber of Commerce, as well as planning a strategic retreat.

• Review Colvita Creative budget proposal
• Mini-grant application from Fruita Chamber of Commerce
• Strategic retreat planning
• Approval of October 26, 2023 meeting minutes

Livability Commission

The Fruita Livability Commission is meeting to discuss the updated Livability Index Score and other items, and to prepare for officer nominations and an AARP Community Challenges Grant due in March. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and member reports, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Updated Livability Index Score discussion
• AARP Community Challenges Grant due March
• Officer Position Nominations next month
• Approval of November 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Welcome of new Council Liaison Amy Miller

Arts and Culture Board

The Fruita Arts and Culture Board is meeting to handle routine business and plan upcoming events. They will discuss the Coco Vino fundraiser scheduled for March 15, including poster and auction item deadlines, a liquor permit application review, and sponsorship assignments. The board will also consider the Fruita Art Influencer award and has selected concept artists for the Reed Park carousel sculpture.

• Coco Vino fundraiser planning for March 15, including liquor permit review on February 6
• Concept artist selected for Reed Park carousel sculpture: Pavia Justinian and Shanachie Caroll
• Fruita Art Influencer award discussion
• Reminder of artist reception at Our Lady of Perpetual Motion on January 12

Planning Commission

The Fruita Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a preliminary PUD plan for Geode Flats, a multi-family residential development on about 5 acres at 614 Raptor Road. The commission will make a recommendation to the Fruita City Council. The agenda also includes approval of the December 12, 2023 meeting minutes and community development updates.

• Preliminary PUD Plan for Geode Flats, multi-family residential, ~5 acres, 614 Raptor Road
• Approval of December 12, 2023 Planning Commission minutes
• Community Development Updates

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Fruita Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive updates from the city council and parks department. They will discuss updated by-laws and various park and recreation projects, including the FCC waterslide and tile project, Bark Park, Reed Park, and downtown murals. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Updated by-laws for the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
• FCC waterslide project update
• FCC tile project update
• Bark Park and Reed Park updates
• Downtown murals discussion

Historic Preservation Board

The Fruita Historic Preservation Board is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes, then discuss its goals and objectives for 2024, the Historic Plaque Program, and planning for the America 250 – Colorado 150 event. No formal decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approve agenda and minutes from December 4, 2023
• Discuss 2024 goals and objectives
• Historic Plaque Program discussion
• America 250 – Colorado 150 planning meeting on January 17

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Fruita Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss updated by-laws. The board will also receive updates on several parks and recreation projects, including the FCC waterslide, tile project, and cable TV challenges, as well as Bark Park, Reed Park, and downtown murals.

• Approve December 2023 minutes
• Review updated PRAB by-laws
• FCC waterslide update
• FCC tile project update
• Bark Park and Reed Park updates